Shingle or metal roof? How to choose for your house.
What you need to know before you decide — from TruRoof, residential roof replacement in Batavia, OH.
You need a new roof. You've heard metal lasts longer but costs more. With the storms that roll through Batavia off State Route 32, you want something that holds up. But you don't know if the extra money is worth it for your home.
You're comparing asphalt shingles and metal roofing. Shingles are common on Batavia homes from the 1960s to today. They're layers of fiberglass and asphalt. Metal roofs are steel or aluminum panels. Both shed rain and snow. The real difference is how they handle Ohio weather over time. Metal stands up to high winds and hail better. Shingles can curl or lose granules after years of freeze-thaw cycles.
Shingle roofs often run $5,000 to $12,000 for a typical Batavia ranch or two-story. Metal roofs cost $12,000 to $25,000 or more. The price depends on roof size, pitch, and how much old material gets torn off. Metal lasts 40 to 70 years. Shingles last 20 to 30. If you plan to stay in your home long-term, metal pays off. If you might sell in 10 years, shingles make more financial sense right now.
Get a written estimate for both materials before you decide. A good contractor walks your roof and explains what each option means for your house. Do not rely on a phone quote. At TruRoof, we give you a detailed estimate so you can compare apples to apples. Call us this week to schedule a roof inspection at your Batavia home.
Once your new roof is on, leaks stop. You stop worrying every time a storm passes through Clermont County. You have a roof that fits your plans, whether you stay or sell. Your home is protected for decades.
What people in Batavia say
"I'm reviewing my two new roofs, on my house and my garage, installed by TruRoof. The company, and Damon Chuke, their representative, helped me work with the insurance company, and with understanding all the details of the whole process. They took out an obsolete chimney, were on time and professional, and the finished roofs and flashing are beautiful. Many compliments from neighbors. Highly recommended by me."
"We have a beautiful condo in a historic building from the 1840s. Late November had a bad leak in the dining room area. I called Britt at TruRoof who came out and inspected the entire roof of the building. He said to do the entire roof could be around $50,000. But then he started laughing and said you need to caulk the area around one of the chimneys. I thought he was nuts, but I did the caulking, which cost me about 25 bucks worth of outdoor caulk, and there are no more leaks. I cannot express my appreciation for his diligence and his honesty. That kind of a company and a person is rare these days. Highly, highly, highly recommend these guys."
"TruRoof did an outstanding job from start to finish. Communication leading up to the start date was great. Once on site and the project started, everything went as discussed, and the crew was very professional."
Other things people in Batavia ask
how much does it cost to replace a roof
Get a written, itemized estimate that shows squares, tear-off, decking, underlayment and shingle grade so you can compare like for like.
should a 20 year old roof be replaced
A free inspection tells you whether you have years left or whether waiting risks a leak and a denied claim.
is $30,000 too much for a roof
Compare a second itemized quote and check what is driving the price: roof size, pitch, layers to remove, decking repairs, material grade.
roof replacement cost 1500 sq ft
For a typical Cincinnati home, an asphalt shingle tear-off and replacement runs roughly $8,000 to $15,000 depending on pitch, layers, and shingle grade. Metal runs higher. Get a written estimate with line items so you can compare apples to apples.
how much does a new roof cost
A new roof cost depends on size, pitch, material, and how many layers need to be torn off. Get a written estimate that breaks down the work item by item. In Cincinnati, a typical asphalt shingle roof can range from $8,000 to $15,000, but the only way to know is to have a roofer measure your home.
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TruRoof handles residential roof replacement in Batavia and the area around it.